Property fall-throughs rise 6.6% in Q2 2026, costing £257.9 million
UKPulse Property Desk
The number of property transactions that collapsed in the UK increased by 6.6% in the second quarter of 2026, with total costs reaching £257.9 million. The average cost per failed transaction also rose.
- 71,959 residential transactions collapsed between April and June 2026.
- The total cost of these failed transactions was £257.9 million in Q2 2026.
- The average cost of a fall-through reached £3,584, up 2.8% year-on-year.
Property fall-throughs in the UK increased by 6.6% during the second quarter of 2026, according to data analysed by House Buyer Bureau. This rise saw an estimated 71,959 residential transactions collapse between April and June 2026.
The total cost of these failed transactions for the quarter rose to £257.9 million, an increase of more than £18 million from the previous quarter's £239.7 million. The average cost of a fall-through reached £3,584, which is 0.9% higher than the previous quarter and 2.8% higher than the same period last year.
While fall-through volumes remain 8.7% lower than the second quarter of 2025, the quarterly increase indicates ongoing volatility in the transaction process. Chris Hodgkinson, Managing Director of House Buyer Bureau, noted that the rising average cost means each collapse carries significant financial consequences.
Why this matters: The increase in failed property transactions and their rising costs highlight ongoing financial strain and volatility within the UK housing market for both buyers and sellers.
What this means for you: If you are buying or selling a home, you face increased financial and operational risks due to the rising costs associated with failed transactions, such as conveyancing, surveys, and legal fees.